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Broccoli Chickpea Burgers with Spicy Cashew “Mayo”

Chickpeas form the base of these vegan burgers, which have a firm, meaty texture. Made with fresh garlic and roasted broccoli, this meatless meal from from Hummusapien is packed with 16 grams of fiber. Tip: The spicy “mayo” is versatile enough to be used as a dipping sauce for crudités, too.

Ingredients

For the burgers

1 large head of broccoli, chopped into florets

1 15-ounce (425 grams) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 tablespoons (30 ml) ground flaxseed

2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegan Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon (15 ml) hot sauce

1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt

Black pepper, to taste

1/3 cup (80 ml) whole-wheat breadcrumbs

For the spicy cashew mayo

1/2 cup (120 ml) raw cashews

2 tablespoons (30 ml) hot sauce

2 1/2 tablespoons (37.5 ml) water

Directions

For the burgers

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Place broccoli on a baking sheet lined with a Silpat or parchment paper. Coat with olive oil spray or drizzle with a bit of oil. Bake for 15 minutes and set aside to cool.

About the Author

Alexis is a nationally recognized nutritionist and media personality specializing in nutrition communications and intuitive eating. She founded Hummusapien, a multi-faceted food, wellness, and lifestyle website in 2011 and co-founded Alchemy Juice Bar + Cafe in Columbus, OH in 2014. Alexis also works as a writer, speaker, and nutrition consultant for food brands and commodity boards.

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